JCB 455zx Front end loader

he JCB 455ZX is a heavy-duty wheel loader designed for demanding environments such as quarrying, construction, and materials handling, offering a balance of power, productivity, and operator comfort. It is known for its durability, fuel efficiency, and ease of maintenance.
Key Specifications
According to various sources including jcbcea and the official JCB , the key specifications for the JCB 455ZX wheel loader are as follows:
Specification Details
Max Engine Power 165 kW (221 hp)
Operating Weight 17,880 kg
Standard Bucket Capacity 3.1 m³
Max Torque 1,000 Nm
Max Payload 5,550 kg
Engine JCB Dieselmax 672 (7.2-litre, 6-cylinder)
Transmission Latest generation ZF powershift transmission
Travel Speed Up to 36 km/h (some variants up to 40 km/h)
Features and Performance
Productivity: The 455ZX features proven Z-bar loader geometry, which provides excellent penetration into the pile, high breakout forces, and faster dig times for maximum productivity. It also uses variable displacement pumps that only consume power on demand, ensuring efficient and precise hydraulic control.
Efficiency: The JCB Dieselmax 672 engine uses an EcoMAX lean-burn combustion system designed for ultimate efficiency and reduced emissions. The float mode on the loader arms also reduces fuel consumption by using gravitational force to lower the arms.
Durability: The machine is built with a heavy-duty structure, robust frame, and quality components from trusted brands like ZF and Rexroth, ensuring long-lasting reliability in tough conditions. It has been rigorously tested in extreme climates ranging from -20°C to 50°C.
Operator Comfort and Safety: The cab is spacious, quiet (74dBA internal noise level), and compliant with ROPS/FOPS standards. It includes air conditioning as standard, an easily adjustable steering column, and excellent all-round visibility, with an optional rear-view camera available for enhanced safety.
Maintenance: Maintenance is simplified by ground-level access to all key service points, wide-opening gullwing doors for the engine bay, and grouped test ports for easy pressure checks. The JCB LiveLink telematics system provides real-time machine health information, maintenance history, and security alerts remotely.
Availability
The JCB 455ZX wheel loader can be found through various authorized dealers and machinery sales platforms in Australia, such as those listed below:
JCB CEA: Official distributor offering new machines and support.
Hunter JCB: Provides options for both sale and hire in specific regions.
Machines4U: An online marketplace listing new and used JCB loaders from various sellers like Brooks Equipment, DWL Machinery, and Nationwide Machinery Sales.